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[...] the Telegraph Hill Gallery brings an unfamiliar selection of Ireland’s frameable works, mostly from the 1990s, into public view from the estate of one of the artist’s siblings. Critics cite Ireland (1930-2009) as a leading figure in Bay Area conceptual art. Several other pages, layered with black and white enamel, bring to mind the abstract meanders of painter Brice Marden, until a viewer notices that the initials D and I slowly, but wryly, unignorably begin to obtrude as armatures of Ireland’s ostensibly non-signifying features. Читать дальше...

Rental closed but Expedia won’t find a replacement A few months ago, my family and I booked a hotel and flights through Expedia for a trip from Cleveland to St. Lucia. Earlier this week, I called the hotel to set up a few tours and was told that the property was closed for renovations and that they had notified Expedia almost a month ago. Each time we call, we get a different agent and supervisor, review the entire history and try — and fail — to find another property. Expedia should have notified... Читать дальше...

Rick Steves’ tips for making travel a political act The great value of travel is the opportunity it offers you to pry open your hometown blinders and broaden your perspective. [...] when we implement that worldview as citizens of our great nation, we make travel a political act. Make itinerary decisions that put you in touch with locals. Why do many Muslim women wear scarves? Eat with your fingers in a Sri Lankan restaurant that has no silverware, dip your fries in mayonnaise in Belgium, smoke a hookah in Greece... Читать дальше...

Tiger’s Nest outside of Paro (a trek up to 10,000 feet); and the National Institute for Zorig Chusum, called the Painting School, in Thimphu, where you get to see Bhutan’s 13 traditional arts and crafts. Don’t bother: Handicrafts and the traditional dress toego (woman’s jacket with large cuffs) and kira (long, straight skirt). Buying a thangka (a Buddhist painting with a brocade) from the Painting School. More U.S. cash; it’s widely accepted and happily received. The world’s warmest, friendliest people are here.

Robin WilliamsIn this June 2007 file photo, actor and comedian Robin Williams poses for a photo in Santa Monica. AP Photo/Reed Saxon, FileThe California Assembly unanimously voted Thursday to name the tunnel that connects the Golden Gate Bridge to greater Marin County after the late comedian Robin Williams. Following a 76-0 vote, the Assembly sent the bill by Assemblyman Marc Levine, D-San Rafael, to the Senate for consideration. Levine introduced the legislation after a Change.org petition garnered... Читать дальше...

Lightweight merino wool pieces can take you from the Mojave to Morocco, and are an optimal layering item when the weather is anything less than super hot. Duckworth’s Hummingbird Crew for women is extremely soft, with air-trapping ribbed fabric that allows you to maintain core comfort. The super-light wool keeps you warm when it gets wet and wicks moisture away from your skin, yet dries quickly, so is easy to wash in your hotel room sink while traveling. Layer it with other items to keep warm... Читать дальше...

The trouble with flying across the Atlantic Ocean is that passengers don’t breathe right while they’re doing it. [...] again, if you don’t want to get clobbered by the mindful passenger sitting 31 inches directly behind you, you might not. Take a moment to notice what’s it’s like to be sitting here on this plane mid-flight. On an airplane you can feel cool, fresh air only if you open the window, but it’s not recommended. Perhaps British Airways, being based in London, lacks experience with fresh air. Читать дальше...